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1. A system, comprising: a visualization device comprising a display viewable by a user; a computer graphics generation system communicatively coupled to the visualization device, wherein the computer graphics generation system comprises a processor and a memory device communicatively coupled to the processor and configured to store instructions configured to cause the processor to: generate an environment comprising real-world images, augmented-reality images, or a combination thereof; receive and analyze data associated with the environment to provide a data analysis, wherein the data analysis comprises indications of significance for the real-world images, the augmented-reality images, or the combination thereof; provide a ranking of the real-world images, the augmented-reality images, or the combination thereof based at least on the indications of significance; determine an appropriate text location based at least on the ranking; determine appropriate textual characteristics for text based at least in part on the appropriate text location; determine content for the text to correspond with a sound narrative provided via a speaker of the system; and overlay the text comprising the appropriate textual characteristics and comprising the content corresponding with the sound narrative onto the environment at the appropriate text location.
This invention relates to augmented reality and computer graphics systems for presenting information to users. The problem addressed is how to effectively display relevant textual information within a mixed reality environment that is synchronized with an audio narrative. The system includes a visualization device with a display for a user. A computer graphics generation system, connected to the display, has a processor and memory. This system is configured to create a mixed reality environment, which can include real-world images, augmented reality images, or a blend of both. It then analyzes data related to this environment to identify significant aspects within the visual elements. Based on this significance, the system ranks the visual elements. Furthermore, the system determines an optimal location on the display for text, taking into account the ranking of the visual elements. It also determines suitable visual properties for this text, such as font and size, based on its determined location. The content of the text is generated to align with an audio narrative played through a speaker. Finally, the system overlays this text, with its determined characteristics and content, onto the mixed reality environment at the calculated location.
2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the appropriate textual characteristics comprise a size of the text, a color of the text, a font of the text, a duration for displaying the text, or a combination thereof.
This invention relates to a system for dynamically adjusting textual characteristics in a display to enhance user engagement or readability. The system identifies and modifies text properties such as size, color, font, and display duration based on predefined criteria or user preferences. The adjustments aim to improve visual clarity, accessibility, or aesthetic appeal, particularly in digital interfaces where text presentation impacts user experience. The system may analyze contextual factors like screen size, lighting conditions, or user interaction patterns to determine optimal text characteristics. By dynamically altering these properties, the system ensures that displayed text remains legible and visually effective across different environments and user needs. The invention is particularly useful in applications where text readability is critical, such as in educational software, digital signage, or user interfaces for individuals with visual impairments. The system may also incorporate machine learning to adapt text characteristics over time based on user feedback or performance metrics.
3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the instructions are configured to cause the processor to determine the color of the text based on a respective background color at the appropriate text location.
The invention relates to a system for dynamically adjusting text color in digital displays to ensure readability. The problem addressed is the difficulty of reading text when it appears on varying background colors, which can reduce visual contrast and clarity. The system includes a processor and memory storing instructions that, when executed, analyze the background color at the specific location where text is to be displayed. Based on this analysis, the system automatically determines the optimal text color to maximize contrast and readability. For example, if the background is dark, the system selects a light text color, and vice versa. This dynamic adjustment ensures that text remains legible regardless of the underlying background, improving user experience in applications such as digital documents, user interfaces, or multimedia content. The system may also incorporate additional factors, such as ambient lighting conditions or user preferences, to further refine the text color selection. By automating this process, the invention eliminates the need for manual adjustments and enhances accessibility for users with visual impairments. The solution is particularly useful in environments where background colors frequently change, such as interactive displays or adaptive interfaces.
4. The system of claim 1 , wherein the data associated with the environment comprises a position, a size, or a combination thereof, of the real-world images or the augmented-reality images in the environment.
This invention relates to augmented reality (AR) systems that enhance real-world environments with digital content. The core challenge addressed is accurately mapping and displaying virtual elements in relation to real-world objects, ensuring proper alignment and interaction. The system captures data about the environment, including the position and size of real-world images or AR images, to dynamically adjust the placement and scaling of virtual content. This ensures that digital overlays appear correctly positioned and proportionally sized relative to physical objects, improving user experience in AR applications. The system may also track changes in the environment, such as movement or resizing of objects, to maintain accurate alignment. This capability is particularly useful in applications like navigation, gaming, or industrial training, where precise spatial awareness is critical. By integrating positional and dimensional data, the system enhances the realism and usability of AR experiences.
5. The system of claim 1 , wherein the instructions are configured to cause the processor to determine the appropriate text location, wherein the appropriate text location is a location that covers one or more of the real-world images or the augmented-reality images having a relatively low calculated significance and that enables the user to visualize one or more of the real-world images or the augmented-reality images having a relatively high calculated significance.
This invention relates to augmented reality (AR) systems that overlay digital content onto real-world views. The problem addressed is the cluttered and distracting presentation of AR content, which can obscure important real-world or augmented elements. The system dynamically determines optimal text placement by analyzing the significance of real-world and AR images. Significance is calculated based on factors like relevance, user attention, or contextual importance. The system identifies areas with low-significance content and places text there, ensuring high-significance elements remain unobstructed. This improves user experience by reducing visual interference while maintaining clarity of important information. The system may also adjust text size, opacity, or positioning to further optimize visibility. The invention is applicable in AR applications like navigation, gaming, or industrial training, where clear and unobstructed visualization of critical elements is essential. The dynamic placement ensures adaptability to changing environments and user interactions.
6. The system of claim 1 , wherein the instructions are configured to cause the processor to determine the appropriate text location, wherein the appropriate text location is a location that covers one or more of the real-world images or the augmented-reality imges having a relatively low calculated significance and that enables the user to visualize one or more of the real-world images or the augmented-reality images having a relatively high calculated significance.
This invention relates to augmented reality (AR) systems that enhance real-world visualizations by dynamically placing text or other informational overlays in optimal positions. The system addresses the challenge of displaying relevant information in AR environments without obstructing important real-world or augmented elements. The core functionality involves analyzing the significance of both real-world and AR-generated images to determine optimal text placement. Significance is calculated based on factors such as user focus, object importance, or contextual relevance. The system prioritizes displaying text in areas that avoid covering high-significance content while ensuring visibility of high-significance elements. This dynamic adjustment improves user experience by maintaining clarity and reducing visual clutter. The invention may be applied in AR navigation, gaming, or industrial applications where contextual information must be presented without obscuring critical visual data. The system processes input from sensors or cameras to assess the environment and adjusts text positioning in real time to adapt to changing conditions. The goal is to balance informational utility with visual accessibility, ensuring users can perceive both real-world and augmented content effectively.
7. The system of claim 1 , wherein the instructions are configured to cause the processor to update the text in coordination with a timestamp, wherein the timestamp provides a start time and an end time for the processor to overlay the text.
This invention relates to a system for dynamically updating and displaying text in coordination with a timestamp. The system addresses the problem of synchronizing text overlays with specific time intervals in multimedia content, such as videos or presentations, to ensure accurate and contextually relevant display of information. The system includes a processor and a memory storing instructions that, when executed, cause the processor to update text content based on a timestamp. The timestamp defines a start time and an end time, during which the text is overlaid on a display. This ensures that the text appears and disappears at precise moments, enhancing synchronization with associated visual or auditory elements. The system may also include a display device for presenting the text and a user interface for adjusting the timestamp or text content. The timestamp mechanism allows for dynamic control over when text appears, enabling applications such as subtitles, captions, annotations, or real-time data overlays in live or recorded media. The system may further integrate with other components, such as a camera or sensor, to trigger text updates based on external events or conditions. This ensures that the displayed text remains relevant and synchronized with the content being presented.
8. The system of claim 1 , wherein the instructions are configured to cause the processor to determine a gaze direction of the user and to determine the appropriate textual characteristics based at least in part on the gaze direction.
A system for adjusting textual characteristics in a user interface based on gaze direction. The system includes a processor and memory storing instructions that, when executed, cause the processor to analyze a user's gaze direction and dynamically modify textual characteristics such as font size, color, or contrast to enhance readability or accessibility. The system may also include a display for presenting the adjusted text and a gaze tracking device, such as an eye-tracking camera, to monitor the user's gaze. The instructions further enable the processor to correlate the gaze direction with specific regions of the display and adjust the text in those regions accordingly. This adaptation ensures that text remains clear and legible based on the user's current focus, improving usability for individuals with visual impairments or in varying lighting conditions. The system may also incorporate user preferences or environmental factors, such as ambient light levels, to further refine the textual adjustments. By dynamically responding to gaze direction, the system optimizes text presentation for better readability and user experience.
9. The system of claim 1 , wherein the visualization device is configured to be worn by the user.
A wearable visualization system provides an immersive display experience for users, addressing limitations of traditional fixed-position screens by enabling mobility and hands-free operation. The system includes a wearable visualization device, such as augmented reality (AR) glasses or a head-mounted display (HMD), that projects visual content directly into the user's field of view. The device is designed to be worn on the head or body, ensuring stability and comfort during use. It may incorporate lightweight materials, adjustable straps, and ergonomic features to accommodate prolonged wear. The visualization device includes a display module, which may be transparent or opaque, to overlay digital content onto the real world or provide a fully immersive virtual environment. Input mechanisms, such as voice commands, gestures, or eye-tracking, allow users to interact with the displayed content without physical controls. The system may also integrate sensors, such as cameras or motion trackers, to enhance spatial awareness and adapt the displayed content based on the user's environment or movements. This wearable approach improves accessibility, productivity, and situational awareness in applications like gaming, navigation, training, and professional tasks.
10. The system of claim 1 , wherein the instructions are configured to cause the processor to update the text in coordination with a detected image of the real-world images, the augmented-reality images, or a combination thereof, to synchronize the overlay of the text with the sound narrative.
This invention relates to augmented reality (AR) systems that synchronize text overlays with audio narratives in real-time. The problem addressed is the lack of precise coordination between visual text displays and accompanying audio content in AR environments, which can lead to misalignment and user confusion. The system includes a processor and memory storing instructions that enable dynamic text updates based on detected real-world or AR-generated images. The text is adjusted in real-time to maintain synchronization with the audio narrative, ensuring that the displayed text accurately reflects the spoken content. This involves analyzing visual input from cameras or sensors to detect relevant objects or scenes, then modifying the text overlay to match the audio description or context. The system may also incorporate user interactions, such as gestures or voice commands, to further refine the synchronization. By dynamically updating the text in response to visual and audio cues, the invention enhances user engagement and comprehension in AR applications, such as education, navigation, or entertainment. The technology improves upon prior systems by providing seamless integration between visual and auditory elements, reducing latency and improving accuracy in text-audio alignment.
11. The system of claim 1 , wherein the visualization device is configured to be worn by the user.
The invention relates to a wearable visualization system designed to enhance user interaction with digital content. The system addresses the problem of limited mobility and ergonomic discomfort associated with traditional display devices, such as monitors or handheld screens, by integrating a wearable visualization device that provides a more flexible and immersive viewing experience. The wearable device is configured to be worn by the user, allowing for hands-free operation and improved accessibility. This configuration enables the user to interact with digital content in a natural and intuitive manner, reducing physical strain and increasing usability in various environments. The system may include additional components, such as sensors or input devices, to further enhance functionality, such as tracking user movements or gestures for interactive control. The wearable visualization device may also incorporate features like adjustable positioning, lightweight materials, and ergonomic design to ensure comfort during extended use. By providing a portable and adaptable display solution, the system improves user engagement with digital content while minimizing physical limitations.
12. A method for overlaying text on a display of a visualization device, comprising: generating, via one or more processors, an environment on the display, the environment comprising real-world images, augmented-reality images, virtual-reality images, or a combination thereof; providing, via the one or more processors, a ranking of the real-world images, the augmented-reality images, the virtual-reality images, or the combination thereof based at least on relative significance of the real-world images, the augmented-reality images, the virtual-reality images or the combination thereof in the environment; determining, via the one or more processors, an appropriate text location based at least on the ranking; determining, via the one or more processors, appropriate textual characteristics for the text based at least in part on the appropriate text location; determining, via the one or more processors, content for the text to correspond with a sound narrative provided via a speaker device; and overlaying, via the one or more processor, the text comprising the appropriate textual characteristics and comprising the content corresponding with the sound narrative onto the environment on the display at the appropriate text location.
This invention relates to a method for dynamically overlaying text on a display of a visualization device, such as a head-mounted display or augmented/virtual reality system. The method addresses the challenge of presenting text in a visually coherent and contextually relevant manner within environments that combine real-world, augmented-reality, or virtual-reality images. The system generates an environment on the display, which may include real-world imagery captured by cameras, computer-generated augmented-reality elements, or fully virtual-reality scenes. To ensure the text does not obstruct important visual information, the method ranks the displayed elements based on their relative significance within the environment. The ranking determines the most suitable location for the text overlay, avoiding areas that would interfere with critical visual content. The system also adjusts the text's visual characteristics, such as font size, color, and opacity, based on the chosen location to maintain readability and visual harmony. Additionally, the text content is synchronized with an audio narrative provided by a speaker device, ensuring the displayed text aligns with the spoken information. The method then overlays the text onto the display at the determined location with the appropriate formatting, enhancing user comprehension without disrupting the visual experience.
13. The method of claim 12 , wherein the appropriate textual characteristics comprise a size of the text, a color of the text, a font of the text, a duration for displaying the text, or a combination thereof.
This invention relates to enhancing text display in digital interfaces, particularly for improving readability and user engagement. The method involves dynamically adjusting textual characteristics based on contextual factors such as user behavior, environmental conditions, or content importance. These adjustments ensure that text remains visually effective and accessible. The invention specifies that the textual characteristics include size, color, font, and display duration, which can be modified individually or in combination to optimize the viewing experience. For example, text size may be increased for users with visual impairments, while color contrast may be adjusted for better visibility in bright lighting conditions. The method also allows for temporal adjustments, such as extending display duration for complex information or reducing it for transient notifications. By tailoring these attributes, the system ensures that text is both functional and aesthetically pleasing, addressing challenges in digital readability and user interaction. The approach is applicable in various applications, including mobile devices, websites, and digital signage, where adaptable text presentation is critical for usability.
14. The method of claim 12 , wherein determining, via the one or more processors, the appropriate text location is based on a position, a size, or a combination thereof, of the real-world images, the virtual-reality images, the augmented-reality images, or the combination thereof in the environment.
This invention relates to systems for displaying text in virtual, augmented, or real-world environments, addressing the challenge of dynamically positioning text in a way that is visually accessible and contextually relevant. The method involves determining the appropriate placement of text based on the position, size, or a combination of these factors for images displayed in the environment. These images may include real-world, virtual-reality (VR), or augmented-reality (AR) elements. The system analyzes the spatial and dimensional characteristics of these images to calculate an optimal text location, ensuring readability and alignment with the user's field of view. This approach enhances user experience by adapting text placement to the dynamic conditions of the environment, whether in immersive digital spaces or mixed-reality applications. The method may also incorporate additional factors, such as user interaction or environmental context, to refine text positioning further. The goal is to provide clear, contextually appropriate text displays that integrate seamlessly with the surrounding visual elements.
15. The method of claim 12 , comprising updating, via the one or more processors, the text based on a timestamp, an action by a user, a change in a gaze direction of the user, a change in the real-world images, the augmented reality images, the virtual reality images within the environment, or a combination thereof.
This invention relates to dynamic text updating in augmented reality (AR) or virtual reality (VR) environments. The technology addresses the challenge of maintaining relevant and contextually accurate text displays in immersive environments where user interactions, environmental changes, or real-world conditions may alter the relevance of the displayed information. The method involves dynamically updating text content in response to various triggers. These triggers include user actions, such as gestures or inputs, changes in the user's gaze direction, or modifications to the real-world or virtual environment. For example, if a user shifts their gaze to a different object in an AR scene, the text associated with that object may be updated to reflect new details or context. Similarly, if the real-world or virtual environment changes—such as objects moving or new elements appearing—the text may be adjusted to maintain accuracy. The system processes these inputs using one or more processors to ensure the text remains relevant and informative. This approach enhances user experience by providing real-time, context-aware information, reducing the need for manual updates and improving engagement in AR/VR applications. The method ensures that text displays adapt seamlessly to changing conditions, whether in gaming, training simulations, or other immersive environments.
16. The method of claim 12 , comprising: determining, via the one or more processors, a gaze direction of a user; and determining, via the one or more processors, the appropriate text location bsaed at least in part on the gaze direction.
This invention relates to gaze-tracking systems for optimizing text display in digital interfaces. The problem addressed is the inefficiency of static text placement, which may not align with a user's natural reading patterns, leading to reduced readability and engagement. The solution involves dynamically adjusting the position of text on a display based on the user's gaze direction. The system uses one or more processors to track the user's gaze direction in real time. By analyzing where the user is looking, the system determines the most appropriate location for text display. This ensures that text appears where the user is most likely to focus, improving readability and reducing eye strain. The method may also incorporate additional factors, such as user preferences or environmental conditions, to further refine text placement. The invention enhances digital interfaces by making text presentation more intuitive and user-centric. By dynamically adapting to the user's gaze, it minimizes unnecessary eye movements and improves overall user experience in applications like reading, navigation, or augmented reality. The system can be integrated into various devices, including smartphones, tablets, and virtual reality headsets, to provide a more responsive and personalized interaction.
17. The method of claim 16 , comprising determining, via the one or more processors, the appropriate textual characteristics based at least in part on the gaze direction.
A system and method for dynamically adjusting textual characteristics of displayed content based on a user's gaze direction. The technology addresses the problem of static text presentation, which may not optimize readability or user engagement for different viewing angles or positions. The method involves tracking the user's gaze direction using one or more sensors, such as eye-tracking cameras or infrared sensors, to determine the relative position of the user's gaze with respect to a display screen. Based on this gaze direction, the system dynamically adjusts textual characteristics, such as font size, contrast, brightness, or color, to enhance readability and visual comfort. The adjustments may also include modifying text alignment, spacing, or layout to better suit the user's viewing angle. The system may further incorporate user preferences, environmental conditions, or contextual factors to refine the adjustments. By dynamically adapting the text presentation, the system improves user experience, reduces eye strain, and enhances content accessibility across different viewing scenarios. The method can be applied in various applications, including digital signage, augmented reality displays, and personal computing devices.
18. A tangible, non-transitory, computer-readable medium that stores instructions executable by one or more processors in a computer graphics generation system communicatively coupled to a visualization device configured to be worn by a user, wherein the instructions are configured to cause the one or more processors to: generate an environment visible to the user via the visualization device by displaying real-world images, virtual-reality images, augmented-reality images, or a combination thereof on a display of the visualization device; receive and analyze a signal indicative of a gaze direction of the user; receive and analyze data related to the environment; determine an appropriate text location based at least in part on the signal indicative of the gaze direction of the user and the data related to the environment; determine content for text to correspond with a sound narrative provided via a speaker of the visualization device; and update, in synchronization with the sound narrative, the text in coordination with a position of a ride vehicle to overlay the text onto the environment at the appropriate text location.
This invention relates to a computer graphics generation system for wearable visualization devices, such as augmented reality (AR) or virtual reality (VR) headsets, designed to enhance user experience by dynamically displaying text synchronized with audio narration. The system addresses the challenge of providing contextually relevant text overlays in real-time, ensuring the text is positioned optimally for user visibility while avoiding obstructions and maintaining synchronization with audio cues. The system generates an immersive environment by displaying real-world, virtual, augmented, or combined images on the wearable device's display. It analyzes the user's gaze direction and environmental data to determine the best location for text placement, ensuring the text remains visible and unobstructed. The system also generates text content that corresponds with an audio narrative played through the device's speakers, updating the text in real-time to match the narrative's progression. The text is overlaid onto the environment in synchronization with the ride vehicle's position, enhancing the user's experience by providing timely and relevant information. This approach improves user engagement by dynamically adapting text placement and content to the user's focus and environmental context.
19. The tangible, non-transitory, computer-readable medium of claim 18 , wherein the instructions are configured to cause the one or more processors to determine textual characteristics of the text based at least in part on the appropriate text location.
This invention relates to a computer-readable medium storing instructions for processing text in a document, particularly for determining textual characteristics based on the location of the text within the document. The problem addressed is the need to accurately analyze and interpret text in documents where the meaning or significance of the text may vary depending on its position, such as in legal, financial, or technical documents where formatting and placement convey additional context. The computer-readable medium contains instructions that, when executed by one or more processors, cause the system to identify the location of text within a document and analyze its characteristics based on that location. The system determines whether the text is in a header, footer, body, table, or other structured section, and uses this positional information to infer properties like importance, formatting rules, or semantic meaning. For example, text in a header may be treated as a title, while text in a table may be processed as data entries. The system may also apply different processing rules or algorithms based on the text's location to improve accuracy in tasks such as optical character recognition (OCR), text extraction, or document summarization. The invention improves upon prior methods by dynamically adjusting text analysis based on spatial context, reducing errors in interpretation and enhancing the usability of extracted information. This is particularly useful in automated document processing systems where manual intervention is impractical.
20. The tangible, non-transitory, computer-readable medium of claim 18 , wherein the instructions are configured to cause the one or more processors to determine appropriate textual characteristics of the text based at least in part on the gaze direction.
This invention relates to a computer-readable medium storing instructions for analyzing gaze direction to determine textual characteristics of displayed text. The system captures gaze data from a user viewing text on a display and processes this data to infer the user's reading behavior, such as focus, comprehension, or attention. Based on the gaze direction, the system adjusts or selects textual characteristics like font size, color, contrast, or spacing to enhance readability or user engagement. The system may also adapt the text presentation dynamically in real-time as the user's gaze shifts. The invention improves accessibility and user experience by tailoring text display to individual gaze patterns, which can be particularly useful for applications in education, assistive technologies, or digital content consumption. The system may integrate with eye-tracking hardware or software to collect gaze data and apply machine learning or rule-based algorithms to interpret the data and adjust the text accordingly. The invention ensures that the text characteristics are optimized for the user's current gaze behavior, improving clarity and reducing cognitive load.
21. The system of claim 1 , wherein the instructions are configured to cause the processor to update the text in coordination with a detected image of the real-world images, the augmented-reality images, or a combination thereof, to synchornize the overlay of the text with the sound narrative.
This invention relates to augmented reality (AR) systems that synchronize text overlays with audio narratives in real-time. The problem addressed is the lack of precise alignment between visual text displays and corresponding audio content in AR environments, which can disrupt user experience. The system includes a processor and memory storing instructions that enable dynamic text updates based on detected real-world or AR-generated images. When a user interacts with the AR environment, the system detects relevant visual elements and adjusts the displayed text to match the audio narrative, ensuring synchronization. For example, if the audio describes a specific object in the user's view, the system updates the text overlay to highlight or label that object. The system may also track user movements or environmental changes to maintain synchronization. This ensures that the text remains contextually relevant and temporally aligned with the audio, enhancing comprehension and immersion. The invention improves AR applications in education, navigation, and entertainment by providing a seamless, synchronized multimedia experience.
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June 30, 2020
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